How to measure & fit your Curtain

Notes on curtain fullness or gathering

Once you have entered your curtain pole or rail width, we will calculate the amount of fabric required for your curtains. Some headings require more fullness or gathering than others so these headings will require more fabric which is reflected in the price of the curtains.

The guide below shows the fullness factor - minimum amount of fullness or gathering used for each curtain heading.

All curtains are made in increments of 1/2 widths

Pencil Pleat 1.75

Pinch Pleat 2.25

Goblet Pleat 2.25

Tab Top 1.5

Eyelet 1.5

For example, for a pole length of 120cm and for pinch pleat heading we would recommend using at least 120cm x 2.25 = 270cm flat width of fabric.
If the curtain fabric which you have chosen is 140cm wide then we would recommend using two widths of fabric either one at each side of the window for a pair of curtains or two widths joined together for a single curtain.

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How to measure for your curtains.

Please read the information below to ensure you measure correctly for your curtains. It is worth taking extra care when taking measurements and we advise the use of a metal tape to ensure you measure with accuracy. Please take your measurements in CM only.

Measuring the width

We always advise that you measure the curtain track or pole width, not the window.

If you are fitting a new track or pole this should extend 15cm to 20cm either side of the window. This will allow the curtains to be stacked either side of the window.

Curtain Poles

Measure the length of the pole between the finials (decorative ends).

Curtain Rails

Measure the length of the rail. If you have a rail with an overlap in the centre, measure the length of the rail and add the length of the overlap to this measurement.

Measuring the drop

The length of your curtains will depend on your preference. Typical length measurements are as follows.

A: Full length which is approximately 1.5 to 3cm above floor level.

B: Above radiator typically 1 to 3cm above the radiator.

C: Below the window sill typically around 15cm.

Measure from the top of the track or bottom of the curtain rings for a curtain pole to the desired length of your curtains.

Tab Top & Eyelet Curtains

For Tab Top or eyelet curtains you should take your measurements from the very top of the pole.

How to measure & fit your Curtain

Notes on curtain fullness or gathering

Once you have entered your curtain pole or rail width, we will calculate the amount of fabric required for your curtains. Some headings require more fullness or gathering than others so these headings will require more fabric which is reflected in the price of the curtains.

The guide below shows the fullness factor - minimum amount of fullness or gathering used for each curtain heading.

All curtains are made in increments of 1/2 widths

Pencil Pleat 1.75

Pinch Pleat 2.25

Goblet Pleat 2.25

Tab Top 1.5

Eyelet 1.5

For example, for a pole length of 120cm and for pinch pleat heading we would recommend using at least 120cm x 2.25 = 270cm flat width of fabric.
If the curtain fabric which you have chosen is 140cm wide then we would recommend using two widths of fabric either one at each side of the window for a pair of curtains or two widths joined together for a single curtain.

Unfortunately this particular product doesn't yet have any reviews. However, you can still see all our other reviews by clicking on the Feefo rating above. Alternatively, why not take a look at our other products available in this fabric.

We are proud that Custom Curtains is a Gold Trusted Merchant at Feefo, our independent feedback provider.